Question 1

What are artificial funeral flowers?

Accepted Answer

Artificial funeral flowers are high-quality silk (also called faux) replicas of fresh floral tributes. They look like fresh flowers at a distance, hold their appearance throughout the service whatever the weather, and can be hired rather than bought, so they cost considerably less than fresh. At Blooming Tales, every artificial tribute is hand-arranged in premium silk and collected after the day.

Question 2

Can silk funeral flowers be hired?

Accepted Answer

Yes, hiring silk funeral flowers has become a very popular, cost-effective, and environmentally considerate alternative to fresh. Our premium silk tributes offer the same visual impact at a more affordable cost, and retain their pristine appearance throughout the service.

Question 3

How does the hire process work?

Accepted Answer

Browse our range and add items to your enquiry. Submit your details and we'll contact you to confirm availability and delivery timing. Nothing is booked or charged until we've spoken with you and confirmed everything.

Question 4

How much do the deposits cost for children's tributes?

Accepted Answer

Children's tributes are provided free of hire charge. A £25 refundable deposit is required, which is returned in full after collection. Alternatively, if you would prefer, you are welcome to donate the £25 to SANDS (Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Charity) in your child's memory, the choice is entirely yours.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book?

Accepted Answer

We recommend reserving as soon as you have a confirmed date, ideally 5-7 days prior to the service. However, we can often accommodate shorter notice. For urgent needs, please call us directly rather than enquiring online.

Question 6

Do you deliver to funeral directors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we work directly with local funeral directors and crematoriums across East Kent. We coordinate timing and setup directly with the funeral home so you have one less thing to manage.

Question 7

Can letter tributes be personalised?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We create standard relation names (MUM, DAD, NAN, SON) as well as bespoke lettered displays for specific names or words. Letter tribute pricing is by letter count: 1-4 letters £60, 5-6 letters £80, 7+ letters £90. One word per price; please enquire for multi-word displays.

Question 8

What is the difference between silk and fresh flowers?

Accepted Answer

Fresh flowers are naturally grown and have a short lifespan, they may wilt during a long service, particularly outdoors in warm weather. Silk tributes, also known as artificial or faux flowers, are weather-resistant, look identical to fresh flowers at a distance, retain their appearance throughout, and are significantly more cost-effective. Many families prefer them for graveside use because they last well beyond the service.

Question 9

What areas do you cover for funeral flowers?

Accepted Answer

We cover the area bounded by Canterbury, Folkestone and Deal, with Dover at its centre. That includes Dover, Folkestone, Deal, Canterbury, Sandwich, Whitfield, Aylesham, Barham, Eastry, Wingham, Elham, Shepherdswell and the surrounding villages. Delivery in Dover is free of charge. A small delivery charge applies to areas beyond Dover. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, please call or message us.

Question 10

Is delivery free?

Accepted Answer

Delivery and collection in Dover is always free of charge. For areas beyond Dover, a small delivery charge applies based on distance: up to 10 miles is £10, 10 to 20 miles is £15 to £20, and 20 to 30 miles is £25 to £35. Sophie will confirm the exact charge when she gets in touch after your enquiry, so there are no surprises.

Question 11

What wedding flower hire options do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We are finalising our full wedding hire catalogue. It will include bouquets, bridal arrangements, posies, and buttonholes. In the meantime, please enquire directly and we can discuss your specific requirements.

Question 12

Can I hire faux flowers for my wedding?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Faux flower hire is ideal for weddings, no wilting, no allergens, and a more affordable cost than fresh flowers that look just as beautiful in photographs. Our arrangements are crafted from premium silk and real-touch blooms.

Question 13

Do you offer fresh flowers for weddings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer fresh flower arrangements for weddings alongside our faux hire range. Fresh wedding flower pricing is on request; please use our fresh flowers enquiry form or contact us directly.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book wedding flowers?

Accepted Answer

The earlier the better for weddings, popular dates are often reserved months in advance. We recommend getting in touch as soon as your date is confirmed, even if you haven't finalised every detail yet.

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